40% HISTORIC TAX CREDITS for qualified improvements (Info in Associated documents, or call agent; consult historical preservation, legal, and tax advisors for your options). Earned Tax credits may be applied to Kansas taxes or SOLD to others who can use them. SPECIAL FEATURES: * High end, specially sourced, original Tiffen stained glass * Intricate masonry foundation solidly embedded over over 150 years; thick, sound-deadining brick walls * * Original paneled wood doors & leaded glass windows * Hardwood & Softwood floors (Oak, pine, fir) * Original chandeliers - converted gasoliers * Architectural drawings of crown molding, trim, newel post, fireplace mantels, and floor plans are in the Library of Congress Archives. * Impeccable hand-tooled wainscoting (Lincrusta dado) * 3 ornate fireplaces (Imported; extraordinary tiles) The Parlor Library features a functional gas fireplace (converted). * Built-in bookcases * Large rounded porch * Scenic 2nd floor balcony * Perennial garden and landscaped reflecting pool with waterfall * Extensive historic documentation including origin of rare & precious decorative elements * Seize your opportunity to own this iconic landmark property - a contributing structure to the National Register of Historic Places, "Old West Lawrence Neighborhood, " including homes west of Tennessee Street to Indiana Street Alley, between 6th Street to 8th Street; see map). This settler's home was started in 1868, just seven years after Kansas Statehood and only five years after Quantrill's terroristic attack and murders on Aug. 21, 1863. William Harris added the elegant Italianate addition in 1871 establishing today's residential footprint with an addition by the current owners in 1968. > Simply: the best that money could buy. One of Lawrence's wealthiest citizens sourced select details of beauty and excellence internationally. Historic homes don’t prohibit improvements but do have guidelines. The home is livable and has been lovingly maintained throughout its existence. Tax credit information is available in associated documents and through the Lawrence HRC Administrator, Lynn Zollner (785) 832-3151. Consult your legal and tax advisors. >> See the future from the visionaries of the past and add your magic for the next generation. >>> Security system on premises. Agents and Buyers accept that they may be subject to audio or visual recording. Buyers and Agents must have an appointment to show.